Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary

About Us:

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we’re a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support. We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive Primary School in Nottingham on a long-term basis starting in September.

You’ll be joining an inclusive and welcoming school focused on community, wellbeing and creating a positive learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or HLTA to become a familiar face in a school where consistency, positive relationships and a strong team culture go hand in hand.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher with the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities

• Delivering lessons and activities independently when required

• Providing cover for classes during teacher PPA time or short-term absences

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups to meet individual learning needs

• Delivering targeted interventions to support pupils' academic progress

• Helping to manage behaviour and promote positive relationships across the classroom

• Adapting resources and activities to support pupils with different abilities and needs

• Working closely with teachers and support staff to ensure consistency in learning and behaviour expectations

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in a primary school

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience

• Experience delivering lessons, interventions or small group activities

• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum

• Confident supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

• Comfortable working independently and taking responsibility for learning activities

• A positive, adaptable and supportive approach

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available

• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards

• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule

• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths

• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives

• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour, with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers

• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact

• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one

• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

Phone: 0115 772 2772

Email: christin.rabone@milk-educaion.co.uk

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.